The Wordsworth Dictionary of Modern English: Grammar, Syntax and Style for the 21st Century
Language: English
Published by Wordsworth Editions Ltd, 2001
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Is there a right way to speak and write English? Specially compiled for all ages, this book explains the workings of today's English, from the most basic (but much overlooked) rules of grammar and spelling to current slang such as text messages and the treacherous realms of political correctness.
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- Title
- The Wordsworth Dictionary of Modern English: Grammar, Syntax and Style for the 21st Century
- Author
- Ned Halley
- Publisher
- Wordsworth Editions Ltd
- Publication year
- 2001
- Condition
- Good
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1840223081
- ISBN 13
- 9781840223088
It explains the workings of 21st-century English, from the most basic rules of grammar and spelling to the origins of the language in the ancient world, and the curiosities of current slang. Included is latest advice on the abbreviated language of the text message, and how to navigate the treacherous linguistic realms of political correctness.
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